Vice President Systems Architect

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute technology, systems, and architecture strategy.
• Drive innovation and technological advancement to enhance business capabilities and drive competitive advantage.
• Provide thought leadership on emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Define and maintain enterprise architecture framework aligned with business objectives.
• Establish and enforce standards for architecture design, systems integration, and data management.
• Lead evaluation, selection, and implementation of technology solutions and platforms.
• Work with various departments to align technology initiatives with business priorities.
• Foster collaboration and communication between IT and other functional areas.
• Build and lead a high-performing IT and architecture team.
• Develop talent pipelines and succession plans.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to team members.
• Manage relationships with technology vendors, service providers, and strategic partners.
• Evaluate new technology vendors and partnerships.
• Collaborate with procurement and legal teams for compliance.
• Develop and manage the IT and architecture budget.
• Monitor IT spending and performance metrics.
• Provide transparent financial stewardship.
• Lead change management initiatives for technology adoption.
• Champion a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Foster strong relationships with business stakeholders.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT leadership roles, with a focus on systems architecture and technology strategy.
• Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale technology projects and initiatives.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles, systems integration, and data management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Experience in vendor management, contract negotiation, and budget management.
• Knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Certifications such as TOGAF, CISSP, or PMP are a plus.